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First and foremost.... HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!!! Today doesn't need to only be for kids.... once they come off their sugar high and crash into a deep deep sleep.... hop online and get yourself a treat in the form of a fantastic drikaB bag, exclusive to Delight.com. Vintage inspired fabric, jute handle, super big pockets inside and an adorable blue bird make this tote and pochette the sweetest Halloween treat. Buy both and save big! Check out all the other treats at Delight.com.
I am by no means a gadget or electronic guru but I know a cool speaker when I see one. This ipod dock by Vers is truly a work of art. Made of rapidly renewable bamboo with energy efficient components. The speaker features 2 3" custom engineered speakers and retails for about $150. Makes a great gift for the hard to buy for guy in your life.
Storage. The ultimate dilemma when it comes to kids right? There's toys, books, art supplies.... My suggestion... throw it all in a cardboard box. That's right, I said cardboard. Green Lullaby makes this great multibox that is made entirely of corrugated cardboard. It's eco-friendly and can be used for storage, as a seat (for children only of course) and as a learning tool. Purchase it online at artlook-store.com.
Summer is over... no more ice cream cones.... WRONG! The Nordicware ice cream cone cupcake pans make the ice cream dessert a year round treat! Just put cake batter in the mold and you end up with ice cream cone bottoms. Add real ice cream to the top, or even better... frosting! Maybe for Halloween you can do the whole orange frosting and black sprinkle thing.... I'm truly amazed at the bevy of baking goods out there.
I am here at my computer looking at our pens and pencils... you see, they are stored in a Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey plastic circus mug (super 3-D mind you) with a tiger tail for a handle. I think it's time to upgrade.... the Perch Design hobknob cupwould be ideal. This ceramic cup can be used for beverages or to hold your pens, toothbrushes, silverware... never-ending functionality. Available in brown, light blue, turquoise or yellow for $32.
I have the PERFECT holiday gift idea for the very hard to buy for person.... co-worker, teacher, dog walker, neighbor, sister-in-law.... you name it. The 2009 Nature Series Calendar from Story By Mia. The calendar comes with a satin ribbon and 12 cardsof 8.5 x 5" paper with rounded corners... each bearing a month and a simple nature silhouette. I am so envious of her style. GORGEOUS!!!! Oh, the price tag... only $22. SOLD! Note to readers who know me personally, this is officially on my Christmas wish list!
Where most of us live, the season for outdoor dining, entertaining and relaxing is coming to an abrupt end. So if you live in CA or FL or somewhere else warm... you suck. For those of us that don't, we can dream of this Reforest Teak chair and the day when we can once again expose our pale skin to the warmth of the sun. I wish I was on this beach right now, sitting in this ergonomic chair made from eco-consciously harvested First European Quality heartwood teak. *sigh*
Porcelain isn't just for grandma's china anymore! Peek Keep carries these beautiful porcelain brooches from Casalinga in Copenhagen. The modern floral design is ideal for dressing up a wool jacket, cardigan, scarf or even your tote bag. The best is... they are on sale right now! $35 for the large pin which measures about 1.75" in diameter.
Original Good is a great little website for fair trade products of exceptional quality... like this tray for example. Each tray is carved from soapstone found in the Tabaka hills of western Kenya. The tray is shaped from the stone and then paintedby artisan families. The pieces are sold with the assistance of the Muungano Artist Self Help Group, supporting education, community development and AIDS awareness. Quite the bargain at $17.95. Support a good cause AND have a beautiful catch-all for your entryway.
I love dogs and I love wine. Soooo.... Cru Vin makes the ideal product for me. It is great wine that is labeled with fine art by Jay P. Snellgrove. A portion of the proceeds is then given to the Morris Animal Foundation or Canine Companions for Independence. Each wine release is dedicated to a real dog and his extraordinary story. The artwork is retired when the wine is gone making them highly collectible. The Lucky Cabernet-Merlot 2006 blend is calling my name....
